The situation between Mars and Neptune recalls how growth happens at the limit. The point where you’re challenged, stretched or even fatigued is something to aim for because the “muscle” (literal or metaphorical) rebuilds stronger after strain. As the bodybuilder lifts until the muscle fails, so will we exercise our skills to the very edge, thus pushing that edge ever-further.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your actions are an extension of where you’re at in a given time. Your victories, your mistakes — these are parts of your story, but don’t confuse them for the totality of you. None of this completely defines you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You keep hearing the same advice, but it never actually moves you or changes anything. The advice is off, not you. Seek a new angle or challenge the usual narrative. Shake up the way you think, the words you use, or the stories you tell yourself.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You spend your days being responsible, so of course there’s a part of you that imagines what freedom would feel like if every choice could revolve around your own wishes. Say the “no” that protects your energy instead of spending it.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You can’t force a vibe. You’ll click with some people right away; with others, it’ll take time or not happen at all. You’ll feel the comfy energy with someone today, and it’s a beautiful indication of genuine connection.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Kindness is a beacon, illuminating the path of compassion for all. Your empathy will seed a supportive environment where people feel truly understood. This will be a source of great pride and joy.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ve been carrying someone else’s feelings as if they were your own. To reclaim your emotional space, you can hand them back. No words will be necessary — just an internal decision by you to hand those feelings right back, silently and with love.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ll make the most significant progress in a break. So take your hands off of a project. Step outside of a role. Drop the goal for a minute and allow yourself to simply be.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Maybe everyone is, to some degree, a mystery, though not always a mystery people care to solve. You’re different because of your magnetism, which will be a kind of power today. People will be drawn in. Direct that attention toward something meaningful.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The quickest route to clarity is curiosity. Instead of demanding answers from yourself or others, ask better questions. You’ll be amazed how easily people open up when you invite them to teach you who they are.CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Like cotton candy in the rain, some things are fragile by nature, and no one should be blamed for their inevitable dissolution. Also, seasons and cycles don’t need fixing; they only need acceptance.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Today calls for focus and self-trust. You already have good intuition and a natural ability to sense what’s essential. When you quiet the noise and follow your own compass, you’ll move faster and more efficiently toward your goal.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Freedom doesn’t mean drifting; it means choosing your course with conviction. Today, a limit or deadline can actually liberate you. It defines the container for your brilliance. It gives your talent somewhere to shine.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Nov. 3). Welcome to your Year of Determined Focus and oh, how it pays off. You’ll be recognized for your contributions to all kinds of relationships including personal and professional. Your uniqueness will be lauded, praised, awarded and paid. More highlights: Mind-body practices bring balance. Adventures refresh your spirit. Winning teams and numbers. Cancer and Libra adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 12, 27, 35 and 5.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Fresh off closing the L’Oreal Paris “Le Defile” show in Paris Fashion Week, Kendall Jenner is diving into her home design and real estate interests. Like a Scorpio, Jenner’s poised coolness and image transformations keep people magnetized to her mystery and riveted to her next move. Whether it’s a boundary-pushing aesthetic or a retreat into her private world, she’s an alchemist of image and intent.

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